First Responder Flex (Healthcare)
Ready to be a hero in the world of healthcare? Dive into the world of first responders and healthcare heroes, where every moment is an opportunity to make a life-saving impact! From becoming an EMT to pursuing nursing or medical assisting, there’s a multitude of paths waiting for your caring hands. Get set to turn your passion for helping others into a heroic career journey!
Career Alignment:
Doctor, Nurse, Physician
Physical Therapist
Occupational Therapist
Speech-Language Pathologist
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Pharmacist
Social Worker
Nutritionist/Dietitian
How the Award will get you there:
SMART Goal: Over the next 13 weeks, I will dedicate 1 hour per week to using online resources to learn how to assess and respond to medical emergencies, from minor injuries to life-threatening situations, empowering me to make a difference in times of need.
Example Assessor: Family friend.
ORB Category: Life and Vocational Skills
ORB Subcategory: Health Awareness
Example log for ORB: Today I researched and learned about the procedure to treat burns. I found out that after the burn has been cooled, you are supposed to loosely cover it with cling film or a clean plastic bag!
SMART Goal: For the next 13 weeks, I will commit to neighbourhood jogging for 1 hour per week to improve my health and physical fitness. I will track progress using a fitness tracker and adjust my routine as needed.
Example Assessor: A neighbour who also jogs.
ORB Category: Gym/Personal Programs
ORB Subcategory: Jogging
Example log for ORB: Completed a 1-hour sunset jog around my neighbourhood today, focusing on a steady pace and improving endurance. Monitored heart rate and distance covered using a fitness app.
SMART Goal: For the next 13 weeks, I will volunteer 1 hour per week at the hospital, supporting healthcare professionals and patients.
Example Assessor: Healthcare supervisor
ORB Category: Health
ORB Subcategory: Assistance in Hospitals
Example log for ORB: Assisted with patient transport and meal delivery at the hospital today, providing support and comfort to patients.
(Completed as a team. Participants will collaboratively establish practice and qualifying journey goals together).
Example Activity: Join a charity run where people get moving to beat heart disease and stroke from anywhere in Canada by walking or running to save lives. It’s like being part of a big team working together to keep hearts healthy! Just ensure you do enough hours of purposeful activity.
Example Assessor or Supervisor: Charity coordinator
